DSM-5 replaced DSM-IV as the coin of realm for diagnosis of mental
illness, including substance use disorders. The DSM-5 is an advance
that can help the field of addiction move beyond the
"one-size-fits-all" approach still prevalent currently.

Educational Objectives:

At the conclusion of the program, participants should be able to:

Review the changes in substance use disorders in DSM-5.

Discuss the clinical implications of the changes in DSM-5 in
an attempt to overcome the problems identified in DSM-IV.

Identify a better approach to substance use disorders.

Target Audience:

This is an introductory program for all mental health and substance abuse
disorders clinicians who work with individuals with co-occurring disorders

Continuing Education
Credits:

ACT 48 – 2.0

CADC – 2.0

CPRP – 2.0

NCC – 2.0

PCHA – 2.0

Psychologist – 2.0

SW – 2.0

CEU – 0.2

We are pleased to offer Act 48, CADC, CPRP, NCC, PCHA,
Psychologist, Social Work and CEU credits for this webcast.
Please download the test and application form before viewing the webcast:
(Adobe PDF); (MS-Word)

Continuing Education Credit

Each
program is offered for the designated number of continuing education credits

EDUCATORS: ACT 48

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is
recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to offer continuing
education credits under Act 48 guidelines. Western Psychiatric Institute and
Clinic adheres to the Act 48 Continuing Education Guidelines.

CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELORS: CADC

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic,
Office of Education and Regional Programming
is certified by the Pennsylvania Chemical
Abuse Certification Board (PCACB) to provide
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) continuing
education credits for those participants
attending the entire program.

CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION
PRACTITIONERS: CPRP

The announced credit hours for each program
can be applied to your training hours for the
Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Practitioners (CPRP).

COUNSELORS: NCC

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is
recognized by the National Board for Certified
Counselors to offer continuing education for
National Certified Counselors. Western
Psychiatric Institute and Clinic adheres to
the NCC Continuing Education Guidelines.

The indicated
number of clock hours are approved by the Department of Public Welfare
Bureau of Adult Residential Licensing. These clock hours may count towards
the 24 hours of annual training for administrators required in 55 Pa.
Code Chapter 2600 (relating to personal care homes).

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is
approved by the American Psychological
Association to offer continuing education for
psychologists. Western Psychiatric Institute
and Clinic maintains responsibility for these
programs and their contents. These programs
are being offered for 2.0 continuing education
credits.

SOCIAL WORKERS: SW

The indicated number of credit hours of
continuing education is provided through
co-sponsorship of the University of Pittsburgh
School of Social Work, a PA-approved provider
of social work continuing education. These
credit hours satisfy requirements for LCSW
renewal. For information of social work
continuing education, call (412) 624-3711.

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: CEU

Nurses and
other health care professionals are awarded the designated number of
Continuing Education Units (CEU). One CEU is equal to 10 contact hours.
Nurses: For attendance at this program you will receive a Certificate of
Attendance confirming the indicated hours of continuing education. These
hours may be considered eligible in completing the 30 hours of continuing
education required for bi-annual nursing re-licensure in Pennsylvania. Peer
Specialists: This program fulfills requirements for Certified Peer
Specialist continuing education.